Sure, here are some preliminary legal considerations under Nigerian law for this scenario:
Preliminary Considerations:
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Existence of a Contract: - Determine if there was a written contract between Adaobi and Kingsley Enterprises Ltd.
- Check for the terms and conditions outlined in the contract.
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Breach of Contract: - Identify if Kingsley Enterprises Ltd. breached the contract by not providing the agreed marquee.
- Assess the implications of offering a smaller marquee and Adaobi's refusal.
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Damages and Losses: - Evaluate the financial loss incurred by Adaobi due to the breach.
- Consider the additional costs for renting a new marquee and any other incurred expenses.
- Assess the impact of negative publicity and refunds on Adaobi's event.
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Legal Remedies: - Determine the legal remedies available to Adaobi under Nigerian law.
- Consider options such as seeking compensation for the breach and associated damages.
Applying to the Facts:
- Contractual Agreement: If a written contract exists, review the terms regarding breach and remedies.
- Breach of Contract: Kingsley Enterprises Ltd. failing to provide the agreed marquee constitutes a breach.
- Damages: Adaobi can claim the additional cost of renting the new marquee (₦*,*,* - ₦*,*,* paid) and any losses from negative publicity and refunds.
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PRELIMINARY CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE COMMENCING CIVIL ACTION
*.) Existence of a reasonable cause of action – Area of Law,
*.)Parties - Legal personality, capacity, etc.:
*.)Locus standi:
*.)Statutory limitation:
*.)Reliefs to be sought:
*.)Available evidence:
*) Exhaustion of all available remedies, the availability of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, and need to preserve previous relationship:
*) Cost of litigation, length of time it may take to conclude litigation, and cost of enforcing
judgement:
*.) Jurisdiction and Venue – Subject matter, Parties, Territorial, Monetary, etc.:
*.) Applicable and relevant laws – Substantive laws and Procedural laws:
*.) Mode and procedure for commencing the action:
*.) Satisfaction of all conditions precedent, such as pre-action notice, pre-action counseling protocol
form, proper signing, NBA seal, etc.:
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Hi Immaculata! It seems like Adaobi has a potentially strong case for breach of contract. Here are some key legal points to consider:
*. Existence of a Contract: Verify if there's a written contract specifying the agreement.
*. Breach of Contract: Determine if Kingsley Enterprises Ltd. breached the contract.
*. Damages: Calculate the financial loss and additional costs incurred by Adaobi.
*. Legal Remedies: Explore the compensation options available.
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